Feeding the world is our business. Farmers around the world rely on Big Dutchman. Because our high-tech farming solutions for protein and plants make them successful. As a family business, we think about and take action for further generations – and promote animal-friendly and sustainable solutions as an integral part of what we offer.
Big Dutchman has been designing and implementing feeding systems and housing equipment for modern pig and poultry production since 1938. We offer practical, economical and environmentally friendly solutions all geared to future needs. Our most recent business units greenhouse construction and insect farming complete the product range.
In more than 150 countries and across five continents, Big Dutchman is a trademark for lasting quality, reliable service and unsurpassed know-how. Thanks to the tireless dedication of 3,200 employees worldwide, we are considered the world market leader.
Business France has a clear mission: to boost French entrepreneurial audacity in France and throughout the world. Thanks to our network of more than 1,400 employees in France and worldwide, we support French export businesses step by step, providing advice, crucial information on the markets and access to reliable partners. We also promote France to foreign investors, making it easier for them to establish themselves. At the same time, we promote the VIE international internship program, a unique experience for young talent abroad. Alongside CCI France and Bpifrance, we form Team France Export, supporting France’s different regions and their entrepreneurial fabric as they succeed in international markets. Together, let’s raise the flag of French business throughout the world!
Different from traditional round pan feeders; Butterfly trays grow with birds as they age for more efficient feeding.
Calcium formate is used in feed as an acidifier to improve gut health and reduce bacterial infections, while also serving as a highly bioavailable source of calcium for bone development and growth performance.
As a bodywork specialist, Van Ravenhorst designs and builds smart transport solutions. Efficient solutions for the (conditioned) transport of livestock, poultry, and a wide range of goods.
CBM Lighting sets the standard in animal lighting.
With more than 30 years of expertise, we develop high-performance LED solutions designed to improve animal well-being and drive on-farm productivity. Built for demanding agricultural environments, our lighting systems deliver energy efficiency, reliability, and compliance with agricultural standards.
What truly sets CBM apart is our hands-on approach. From project design to long-term after-sales support, we partner with you to optimize your livestock buildings with lighting adapted to your reality—and to your animals.
Thor Ice Chilling Solutions offers a patented chilling technology for improving and boosting the bird core temperature, to secure food safety, a longer shelf life and increased profitability. By upgrading the chill room into an intelligent chill room, we apply the right energy to each individual bird.
Regulations (EU 2017/1495) require poultry products to be cooled to the optimal temperature range of 0-4°C during processing, to ensure the safety of the end product.Thor Ice is transforming bird chilling methods with its unique patented IceGun technology, and can be implemented in every bird chilling room without the need of modifications and extension.
When implementing the Thor Ice Chilling Solution within your bird chilling process, you can benefit from:- An expected overall yield improvement due to a better cut-up & filleting efficiency and minimised drip-loss- 1-2 days of additional shelf life due to minimised bacteria count.
– ROI of less than 6 months compared to investing in a modification/expansion of the chill room
– Up to 30% capacity increase
In 2019, Thor Ice was chosen by EIT Food to join their RisingFoodStars organisation, an elite group of highly innovative scaleups whose innovations have a high potential of transforming the food system. In 2020, Thor Ice received a Fast Track to Innovation (FTI) grant as part of the EU's largest research and innovation program, Horizon 2020.The company received financing from Nopef (The Nordic Project Fund) and Nefco (Nordic Environment Finance Corporation), acknowledging its efforts in reducing the carbon footprint of food production. Thor Ice was nominated for the 2021 Nordic Council Environment Prize.